Common Meanings
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gū觚
An ancient bronze wine vessel, typically with a flared mouth, slender body, and tall foot, prevalent in the Shang and early Western Zhou dynasties.
博物馆里陈列着许多精美的古代青铜觚。
The museum displays many exquisite ancient bronze gu vessels.
An ancient wooden slip used for writing.
他开始操觚，写下了自己的见解。
He began to write, jotting down his own insights.
In ancient contexts, '觚' (gū) refers to an angle or corner, often of a vessel or structure, implying a multi-sided shape.
这件艺术品的底座有八觚，设计独特。
The base of this artwork has eight angles, and its design is unique.
The hilt or handle of a sword, as in classical texts like 'grasp its hilt, wave its tip'.
他仔细端详着古剑的觚。
He carefully examined the hilt of the ancient sword.
To be independent and stand out from the crowd; solitary and unique.
在那片喧嚣之中，他如一支清冷的觚，独自沉思。
Amidst the clamor, he was like a cool, solitary *gu*, lost in thought by himself.